Why Markets Could Get Hit Hard, And What Comes Next
In this conversation with Ben Mumme at Living Your Greatness, I break down what I’m seeing in today’s market environment and why it has the characteristics of a potential downside phase. When participation begins to narrow, sentiment starts to shift, and capital rotates into more defensive areas, it often signals that underlying conditions are weakening. These types of setups have historically led to sharp repricing events across multiple asset classes, often catching investors off guard because the headlines and surface-level trends can still appear strong.
We also discuss the importance of stepping back and focusing on capital protection during periods of uncertainty. Holding cash is not about avoiding opportunity; it is about maintaining flexibility while the market works through a transition. After volatility- and fear-driven moves, markets tend to reset and form new trends, creating meaningful opportunities for those who have stayed disciplined. This aligns with a core principle we follow: protecting capital must come before growing it.
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The topics Ben and I discussed include:
- 00:00 — Introduction
- 01:30 — Crash Setup Is Already Here
- 02:25 — War, Fear & Why He Quit The News
- 06:27 — Most Investors Blow Themselves Up
- 10:42 — You’re Trading Too Short-Term
- 12:32 — The Rules That Actually Work
- 14:28 — Price, Cycles & Sentiment Explained
- 20:18 — What The Charts Are Warning Now
- 30:00 — Why He’s Sitting In Cash
- 30:48 — The Breakout Everyone Misses
- 32:31 — The Train Rule That Changes Everything
- 35:15 — “I Love The Dollar Right Now”
- 36:51 — Metals Reset Before The Next Run
- 39:26 — Why Giving Back Matters More
- 51:26 — Life Beyond Money & Markets
Chris Vermeulen
Chief Investment Officer
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